The power of three is an impactful writing technique that you can easily learn, practice and perfect. Research states that the human brain absorbs and retains information more effectively when it is presented in threes.
When you want to be memorable or give a solid soundbite in a media interview, use the rule of three.
In this Solv Pro Tip, Nicole Harris shares her insights into why three is the magic number and how to use this technique to convey concepts and increase the prominence of your message.
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Here’s one of the most memorable messaging techniques to remember for your next media interview or presentation.
Hi, I’m Nicole Harris, founder and lead trainer at Solv Communications. And today we’re exploring the power of threes.
There’s something persuasive and memorable about the number three. Think about it. There are three medals in the Olympics, three goals in every hockey hat trick, and even the most famous childhood stories like the three little pigs all revolve around, you guessed it, the number three.
The rule of three is simple. It’s consistent and it has a cadence to it. And it’s how our minds work.
So the next time you’re in a media interview or delivering an important presentation, share three steps, three concepts, or three ideas to take your message to the next level. Thanks for watching.
